GitHub Copilot + Actions Bootcamp

Course Overview

This course introduces students to GitHub and GitHub Copilot, emphasizing how these tools work in tandem to streamline software development. The course starts with foundational topics like Git basics, repository management, and branching strategies. As the training progresses, students will configure GitHub Copilot within Visual Studio Code (VS Code) and explore how to utilize Copilot for code generation, debugging, and automating repetitive tasks.

The course also covers essential collaboration practices, including pull requests, code reviews, and GitHub Actions for CI/CD workflows. By the end of the course, participants will confidently integrate GitHub and GitHub Copilot into their development workflows, using best practices for secure and efficient software delivery.

Objectives

• Master Git fundamentals and repository management on GitHub.
• Configure GitHub Copilot within VS Code for efficient development.
• Leverage AI-powered suggestions to generate and debug code.
• Establish best practices for collaboration using GitHub workflows.
• Automate CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions.
• Address security and licensing concerns related to Copilot.

Audience

• Software Developers
• DevOps Engineers
• Team Leads and Project Managers
• QA Engineers

Prerequisites

• A GitHub Copilot Account
• Programming Experience